The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

That morning, Charles found out that Whitney had resigned from the oceanarium three days ago. He never expected to meet her at Athena Restaurant, let alone for her to work as a waitress there.

Whitney nervously adjusted her waitress apron and maintained a submissive demeanor. “My situation… is rather complex.”

Jessamyn soon realized that the trio were acquainted. However, she was still displeased. “Ms. Zendy, this woman appears to be around my age or perhaps even a bit older. Why did you address her as ‘Whitney’ and call me ‘Ms. Cloud’?”

Although the waitress had a pleasant appearance, she seemed too ordinary and couldn’t compare to Jessamyn, the daughter of the prestigious Cloud family.

“I don’t judge people by their looks but by their character. Whitney has a kind heart; she’s like a fairy. And, in my opinion, she’s even prettier than you.”

Jessamyn’s face darkened at once. “Are you implying that she has a good heart while I don’t?”

Zendaya raised an eyebrow and replied, “I never said that. Ms. Cloud, you can’t blame me for making your own inference.”

How dare she compare me to a waitress? I’m the esteemed daughter of the Cloud family! Has Zendaya gone blind?

Despite her annoyance, Jessamyn chose to keep silent as she was aware of Zendaya’s identity.

The girl hopped down from Charles’ arms and ran to Whitney. She grabbed her hand and said, “I went to the oceanarium this morning, but I didn’t see you. Uncle Charles told me you’re going back to your hometown and probably won’t be coming back. I didn’t expect to see you here, Whitney!”

Over the past few years, Whitney had taken special care of Zendaya’s pet dolphin at the oceanarium.

Furthermore, Charles had shared with Zendaya that Whitney had saved her from a potential accident, preventing her from falling into the water when she was just a year old. Since that incident, Zendaya had come to see Whitney as her older sister and a dear friend.

Whitney bent down and patted Zendaya’s head fondly.

“Why are you working as a waitress here? Are you short on money? My mommy and Uncle Charles are very wealthy. You can work for me instead,” Zendaya offered.

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to talk to you in private. Is there another place where we can

by his request. “Mr. Newton, our lunch is not yet finished. Wouldn’t it be inappropriate for you to make such

seat, straightened his suit, and delivered a cold statement, “Ms. Cloud, I accept your apology. I believe there is no need to proceed with the blind date any further. Henceforth, let us

swiftly scooped Zendaya into his arms, his other hand tightly gripping

that, he departed from the private

complete her sentence, the door resounded with

man had departed without a moment’s hesitation

her wrist from Charles’ firm hold. Yet,

discomfort, she couldn’t help but be aware of the

and she experienced a fleeting reluctance to let

Charles scanned his

staff, “Inform your manager that I’ll be using this private

in understanding but took a second glance at Whitney, who

his hold on Whitney’s wrist

of disappointment, Whitney tenderly touched the spot where Charles had firmly held her wrist. She then settled into one

Charles shifted his attention to Whitney and inquired, “You mentioned you

merely shook her head. “I declined

did you decline it?”

was no one eagerly awaiting my return or concerned about it. Going back wouldn’t hold much significance. Having spent over four years in Chanaea, I’ve developed attachments and hesitations about leaving. I wanted to give it a few more days of thought. Unexpectedly, I bumped into you and…” She paused

blind date with her is already concluded, but it had nothing to do with you. You don’t need to feel apologetic. Even if you hadn’t shown up, I wouldn’t have pursued the date any further. Moreover, I made it clear to Jessamyn that

of girl are you searching for, Mr. Newton?” she

accommodation. If you’re open to it, you can come back to the oceanarium and resume

her fingers stirred the edge of the